If you’re ready to lose weight and keep it off, you need to set yourself up to have the best chance of success possible. Having a partner in weight loss is a proven way to stay the course and be more successful. A buddy will be there to not only help hold you accountable to your goals but push you to succeed.
A 2016 study in the journal Patient Preference and Adherence found that “those who reported higher levels of teammate social influence increased their odds of achieving a clinically significant weight loss by 37%” Last year’s follow-up to the 2017 RESPONSE-2 trial confirmed the link between active partner support and weight loss success.
Things To Look For In A Good Buddy
Find someone as motivated and engaged as you so that when times get tough, you are there to lift each other up. It’s crucial that you can rely on one another for support.
While you both don’t need to have the same amount of weight to lose, it’s essential to partner with someone who has common goals and a similar level of motivation. If you are both on the same page, it will be a much smoother process.
When looking for your buddy it’s important to consider your weaknesses. Are you a stress eater? Do you tend to lack motivation? Do you get bored or resentful of being on a diet after a while? Regardless of your weakness, you must be honest about what it is and look for a buddy who is strong in that area.
Reliability is vital, and you need to partner with someone as committed as you are. It can also be helpful to find someone with a similar schedule.
Providing support is a two-way street, with each of you filling in the gaps and weaknesses of the other to present a stronger whole. Be open and honest with each other regarding your triggers and what types of rewards motivate you.
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